Italian Short Breaks

The lure of romantic, historic Italy is as strong as ever with UK travellers and there is simply no other European nation that can offer such a rich combination of attractions and sights. From stylish Milan to sunny Palermo, an Italian short break will provide vivid glimpses of unique life and unforgettable historic sites. Lovers of history cannot fail to be inspired by the numerous evocative images of ancient Rome or the medieval splendour of quaint Verona and magical Venice. Connoisseurs of classical art are sure to make a beeline for dreamy Florence while gastronomic Italian short breaks will tantalise the taste buds in sunny Naples and chic Bologna.

 

Romantic city breaks to Italy are forever popular with couples of all ages. Nowhere is more evocative than a short break in Venice. Cruise along misty canals and underneath emblematic ancient bridges before lazing away an afternoon in a charming piazza cafe. The city is the perfect spot for a relaxing break for two. Modern day Romeo and Juliet’s also head to fairytale Verona - a charming city steeped in medieval history, literature and art. Italian short breaks are crammed full of excitement and variety where visitors can enjoy thrilling winter sports near Milan and Turin or bask in hot summer sunshine in Naples and the spectacular Neapolitan Riveria. Relaxing rural retreats are also enjoyed in Rome and Milan at nearby serene lake resorts such as Lake Garda, boasting lush greenery, sailing and angling and scenic nature trails.

 

Lively Italian short breaks are legendary in vibrant Rome and chic Milan that hosts stylish clubs and a bohemian cafe culture attracting the crème of Europe's party crowd. Even lesser known cities such as Bologna and Turin have vivacious bars and cafes rich in local colour while events such as Venice Carnevale and Milan Fashion Week are elegant and graceful affairs full of real glamour. Shoppers love to visit Italy where style and panache comes naturally and nowhere can beat Milan for its wonderful fashion boutiques or the artistic face masks of Venice that make the ideal memento of an Italian short break. The teeming street markets of Turin and Palermo are also an Aladdin's cave of colourful gifts and trinkets and well worth a browse.